Intern, Education Administration-Early Childhood (Spring 2026)

WOLF TRAP FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS • VA

93d • $12

About The Position

The Education Administration-Early Childhood intern will work closely with the Wolf Trap Institute team to facilitate and promote a wide range of programs for learners of all ages from children and families to teachers. The intern will support planning and coordination of Institute services (local, national, and international) to include classroom residencies and trainings, professional development workshops and trainings, family involvement workshops, Institute events, and special projects. The intern will assist in coordination of resource development, logistical planning and communication for services, professional development trainings, and events for National and Affiliate Services, DC/MD/VA Program, and Professional Development Trainings. Additionally, the intern will collect survey responses, compile and evaluate data, and assist with program reporting to share program efficacy and impact with partners, funders/donors, and national affiliates. The intern will collaborate with the Institute team to support special initiatives and program improvement addressing partner priorities and national trends in early childhood and arts-integrated education. Opportunities to deepen understanding of Institute programs such as residency planning meetings, teaching artist professional development trainings, and observations of Institute programs in early childhood classrooms/centers will also be available. The intern will create and edit content for print materials and social media outlets.

Requirements

• Strong computer skills.
• Outstanding writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Efficient organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Exceptional customer service skills, creativity, and initiative.
• Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study).
• Graduate students.
• Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school).
• Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program.
• International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required).

Responsibilities

• Support planning and coordination of Institute services including classroom residencies and trainings.
• Assist in coordination of resource development, logistical planning, and communication for services and events.
• Collect survey responses, compile and evaluate data, and assist with program reporting.
• Collaborate with the Institute team to support special initiatives and program improvement.
• Participate in opportunities to deepen understanding of Institute programs.
• Create and edit content for print materials and social media outlets.

Benefits

• Pay rate of $12.77/hour.
• Part-time position (up to 21 hours/week) for 12 weeks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees